1962 Moretti Panoramica vs. 2009 BMW 545
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1962 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1962 Moretti Panoramica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti Panoramica. 2009 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 1962 Moretti Panoramica has manual transmission. 1962 Moretti Panoramica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Moretti Panoramica | 2009 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Moretti | BMW |
| Model | Panoramica | 545 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2890 mm |
